Innodisk's first PCIe Gen5 SSD line targets the exploding AI training and hyperscale storage market with enterprise-grade density and speed. The 128TB ceiling and 14GB/s reads put it in direct competition with Samsung and Solidigm's data center offerings, but the multi-form factor flexibility (including new E3.L) could win rack-design contracts. • PCIe Gen5 x4 interface hits 14GB/s sequential read and 10GB/s write — roughly double Gen4 bandwidth
- Capacities scale to 128TB per drive, targeting AI model checkpoints and massive analytics datasets
- Form factors: U.2, EDSFF E1.S, E3.S, and new E3.L — lets data centers mix density and thermal profiles in the same rack
- Compliant with OCP Data Center NVMe SSD spec v2.0 and NVMe 2.0 protocol for standardized fleet management
- Includes NVMe-MI out-of-band management, addressing the pain point of managing thousands of drives without taking hosts offline
Innodisk Launches Its First PCIe Gen5 SSD Series for High-Performance Data Center Applications
New PCIe Gen5 SSDs feature high-speed performance, up to 128TB capacity, multi-form factor support, and compliance with OCP NVMe v2.0 for AI, analytics, and virtualized environments.
Innodisk, a leading industrial-grade flash storage provider, announces the launch of its latest PCIe Gen5 SSD series, designed to meet the OCP Data Center NVMe SSD spec v2.0 and the increasing demands of AI model training, big data analytics, and data-intensive environments.
The new series supports multiple form factors, including U.2, as well as EDSFF E1.S, E3.S, and the brand new E3.L for data center applications, catering to the diverse needs of enterprise and data center environments. This marks a new chapter for Innodisk in further fulfilling enterprise demands. > > The Innodisk PCIe Gen5 SSD, built with the latest PCIe Gen 5 x4 interface and NVMe 2.0 protocol, overcomes the speed and latency limitations of traditional storage interfaces. With up to 128TB of high density NAND storage, it delivers speeds of up to 14GB/s (read) and 10GB/s (write), enabling lightning-fast data transfers for data-intensive applications.
Enterprise data centers managing large-scale storage deployments and multi-tiered environments often require out-of-band and batch management capabilities, which present growing challenges. Innodisk PCIe Gen5 SSD addresses these demands with NVMe-MI for streamlined SSD management and multi namespace support, ensuring scalable and efficient storage operations.
To ensure high quality and alignment with market trends, the PCIe Gen5 SSD aims to enhance integration with industry-leading data center standards, such as OCP Data Center NVMe SSD spec v2.0. Additionally, it is intended to be built for seamless integration with VMware, optimizing compatibility with virtualized environments and overall system performance.
Innodisk’s PCIe Gen5 SSD also features advanced security mechanisms, ensuring reliable data protection and seamless integration. Secure Boot technology authenticates digital signatures during firmware updates, preventing unauthorized modifications and ensuring that only trusted firmware is executed.
Other than that, Innodisk offers exceptional extensive firmware compatibility and customizable solutions, ensuring seamless integration into diverse enterprise environments.
The Innodisk PCIe Gen5 SSD will be available starting Q2 2025. For more information, please visit www.innodisk.com.
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